Hubert Selby Jr.

When his wife is killed in a seemingly random incident Harry (Turturro), prompted by mysterious visions, journeys to discover the true circumstances surrounding her murder. (imdb)

This modern-day fable is set on the rusted mean streets of Coney Island, Brooklyn. The dual storyline parallels four people who set out in pursuit of a better life.

Set in Brooklyn during the 1950s against a backdrop of union corruption and violence. A prostitute falls in love with one of her customers...

This is one of Darren Aronofsky's student shorts he made while attending graduate school. Like Requiem for a Dream, it's based on a Hubert Selby Jr. story. (SM)